When and where was tennis introduced in the Asian Games?

In 1958 at Tokyo
In 1962 at Jakarta
In 1966 at Bangkok
In 1974 at Teheran

The correct answer is: A. In 1958 at Tokyo

Tennis was first introduced in the Asian Games in 1958 at Tokyo, Japan. It was a demonstration sport at the 1958 Games, but it became a full medal sport in 1962 at Jakarta, Indonesia.

Tennis is a racket sport that can be played individually against a single opponent (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). Each player uses a tennis racket that is strung with cord to strike a hollow rubber ball covered with felt over or around a net and into the opponent’s court. The object of the game is to play the ball in such a way that the opponent is not able to play a good return.

Tennis is one of the most popular sports in the world, and it is played by people of all ages and skill levels. It is a great way to get exercise, and it is also a lot of fun.

Here is a brief explanation of each option:

  • Option A: In 1958 at Tokyo. This is the correct answer. Tennis was first introduced in the Asian Games in 1958 at Tokyo, Japan. It was a demonstration sport at the 1958 Games, but it became a full medal sport in 1962 at Jakarta, Indonesia.
  • Option B: In 1962 at Jakarta. This is incorrect. Tennis was not introduced in the Asian Games in 1962. It was introduced in 1958 at Tokyo.
  • Option C: In 1966 at Bangkok. This is incorrect. Tennis was not introduced in the Asian Games in 1966. It was introduced in 1958 at Tokyo.
  • Option D: In 1974 at Teheran. This is incorrect. Tennis was not introduced in the Asian Games in 1974. It was introduced in 1958 at Tokyo.